
Ep. 350: Rorty on Justification and Essentialism (Part One)
The Partially Examined Life Philosophy Podcast
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Philosophy of Contextual Truth and Democracy
This chapter explores the philosophical underpinnings of contextual truth and moral consensus, particularly through the lens of thinkers like Rorty. It examines the complexities of advocating democracy against anti-democratic ideologies while emphasizing the importance of education and empathy in fostering understanding. Additionally, the discussion highlights the challenges of foundationalism and differing perspectives in the realm of knowledge and mathematics.
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